1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,928 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfa 6 | EH |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
